5-Bedroom, 3.5-Bath Home situated in the amazing Fairmount community just minutes from the heart of Center City. This beautifully designed, spacious home offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and classic charm. Featuring gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, central heating and air, a finished basement which includes the fifth bedroom, and an inviting fireplace in the living room, this home is built for both style and convenience. The first floor boasts an open-concept layout with a bright living room, a stylish dining area, and a chef’s kitchen equipped with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. A half bath is also conveniently located on this level. Step out onto the private patio, perfect for grilling and entertaining. The fully finished basement adds incredible versatility, complete with a separate bedroom and a full bathroom—ideal for guests, a home office, or a private retreat. On the second and third floors, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms, each filled with natural light. The third-floor rear bedroom features its own private deck, offering a serene outdoor escape. Each floor also includes a full bathroom, ensuring comfort and convenience for everyone. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a spacious, stylish home in a prime location! The property is currently tenant occupied at $2,875 per month expiring 7/31/2026.
For sale
Price cut: $35K (6/1)
$540,000
1537 Swain St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
5beds
1,757sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
900 Square Feet Lot
$530,900 Zestimate®
$307/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished basementStylish dining areaOpen-concept layoutGorgeous hardwood floors throughoutCentral heating and airGranite countertopsStainless-steel appliances
- 39 days |
- 220 |
- 9 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steven Onesti 215-783-7779,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: The Mike Mccann Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2627236
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,757
- Total interior livable area: 1,757 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,757
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 900 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 61.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 152184400
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fairmount
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $307/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $496,600
- Annual tax amount: $6,951
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$530,900
$504,000 - $557,000
$3,594/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $540,000-6.1%$307/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000-2.5%$327/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Listing removed | $3,300$2/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,300+17.9%$2/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Listing removed | $590,000$336/sqft |
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| 10/27/2025 | Price change | $590,000-1.7%$336/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Price change | $600,000-4%$341/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $625,000+322.3%$356/sqft |
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| 6/29/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/8/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,800+3.7%$2/sqft |
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| 5/26/2020 | Listing removed | $2,700$2/sqft |
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| 5/14/2020 | Price change | $2,700-3.6%$2/sqft |
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| 4/9/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,800$2/sqft |
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| 5/6/2018 | Listing removed | $2,800$2/sqft |
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| 3/14/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,800+12%$2/sqft |
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| 6/14/2014 | Listing removed | $2,499$1/sqft |
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| 6/9/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,4990%$1/sqft |
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| 4/25/2011 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 3/7/2011 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 8/11/2008 | Sold | $148,000$84/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,951 +22.5% | $496,600 +22.5% |
| 2024 | $5,675 | $405,400 |
| 2023 | $5,675 -6.2% | $405,400 |
| 2022 | $6,047 | -- |
| 2021 | $6,047 +3.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $5,853 +50.7% | -- |
| 2017 | $3,883 | -- |
| 2016 | $3,883 +283.4% | -- |
| 2015 | $1,013 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,013 | $275,400 +389.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $56,224 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,224 |
| 2010 | -- | $56,224 |
| 2009 | -- | $56,224 +1468.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $3,584 |
| 2007 | -- | $3,584 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $3,328 |
| 2005 | -- | $3,328 |
| 2004 | -- | $3,328 |
| 2003 | -- | $3,328 |
| 2002 | -- | $3,328 |
| 2000 | -- | $3,328 +30% |
| 1999 | -- | $2,560 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Francisville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Waring Laura W SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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